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The Christmas bonus (aguinaldo) is the most anticipated payment for all workers, but there is a question that worries Mexicans: Do they have to pay taxes to the Tax Administration Service (SAT) on this money? Here we tell you what the tax authority says about it.
December is one of the most anticipated months for Mexicans due to the payment of the Christmas bonus. Many make plans with this money that arrives at the end of the year, since they use it to pay for the Christmas dinner, gifts for their loved ones, or the vacations they will take with the family.
However, it is important to consider that the amount of money that will arrive in your bank account may be less than expected when the Income Tax (ISR) withholding is applied.
How much money will the SAT take from your Christmas bonus in 2026?
The amount that will be deducted depends on how much you receive as a Christmas bonus and your salary. Therefore, there is no single percentage that the SAT takes from everyone.
Who is exempt from paying Christmas bonus taxes?
The payment of the Christmas bonus in Mexico is exempt from Income Tax only when the total amount received does not exceed the equivalent of 30 times the daily value of the Unit of Measurement and Update (UMA), according to article 93, section XIV of the ISR Law.
When should you be paid your Christmas bonus in 2026?
The Federal Labor Law establishes that the Christmas bonus must be paid before December 20 of each year. In 2026, December 20 falls on a Sunday. Therefore, workers should check the deposit date with their employer, considering that the legal deadline requires the payment to be made before that day.
What do I do if I believe they deducted too much?
Request your payroll breakdown and review the exempt portion, the taxable amount, and the withheld ISR. If doubts persist, you can ask for guidance from the Federal Defense Office for Labor (PROFEDET) or a tax specialist.
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